La Paz Valley, AZ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
550 332.4M (US)
Median Age
73.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,908 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
4 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$105,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$279 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$565 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

La Paz County
2
Arizona
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

La Paz County
4
Arizona
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 0 52
Feb 1 0 56
Mar 1 0 63
Apr 0 0 69
May 0 0 79
Jun 0 0 86
Jul 1 0 92
Aug 1 0 92
Sep 1 0 84
Oct 0 0 73
Nov 0 0 60
Dec 1 0 52

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 6%

Schools

Quartzsite Elementary School
8 miles, NE 2.3 star
Ehrenberg Elementary School
16 miles, NW 2.8 star
Ruth Brown Elementary
20 miles, NW 1 star

Colleges

Palo Verde College
25 miles, NW 1 star
Arizona Western College
62 miles, SW 1.4 star
Charles of Italy Beauty College
64 miles, N 1 star

Hospitals

Palo Verde Hospital
21 miles, NW 3.2 star
La Paz Regional Hospital
40 miles, N 3.2 star
Havasu Regional Medical Center
64 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Palm Springs International Airport
131 miles, NW 1.9 star
San Diego International Airport
180 miles, W 4.1 star